# EXS Condoms Review: Are They Good & Safe?
EXS condoms are good - genuinely good. They are CE-certified, fully vegan, electronically tested three times per unit, and made by LTC Healthcare, one of the UK's most established sexual health manufacturers. The brand punches well above its price point, and the range is broader than most people realise: alongside the standard latex lines there are ultra-thin, delay, flavoured and non-latex options. As a UK-made, value-for-money condom from a brand that supplies the NHS, EXS holds up well to scrutiny.
What You'll Find in This Article
- About EXS and LTC Healthcare
- Are EXS Condoms Safe?
- Are EXS Condoms Good Quality?
- The EXS Range: Which Condom for What?
- Air Thin and Nano Thin
- Non-Latex: the EXS Pull Range
- Magnum and Grande Extra Large
- Delay Condoms
- Flavoured Condoms
- Ribbed and Dotted
- Regular and Snug Fit
- Are EXS Condoms Vegan?
- Are EXS Condoms Affordable?
- EXS Compared With Other Brands
- What Else Does EXS Make?
- How to Use EXS Condoms Correctly
- Verdict
- Frequently Asked Questions
About EXS and LTC Healthcare
EXS is a British brand owned by LTC Healthcare, a manufacturer that has been in the sexual health industry since 1993. LTC started by distributing for other brands before going independent in 1997, and the EXS line has grown steadily since then into one of the more recognisable UK condom brands.
LTC Healthcare is not only a consumer brand. It is also a significant supplier to NHS sexual health clinics and a major manufacturer of private-label condoms for other brands. That manufacturing background matters: the factory-floor rigour that goes into supplying the NHS is the same process behind every EXS product.
The company holds ISO 9001 (quality management) and ISO 14001 (environmental management) certification, alongside Vegan Society certification, PETA approval, and CE marking across its product range.
Are EXS Condoms Safe?
Yes. Every EXS condom is CE marked to the latest European standards, and each unit is electronically tested three times before packaging. That testing regime is designed to catch pinholes and structural weaknesses that could compromise protection.
EXS latex condoms meet or exceed ISO 4074, the international standard for natural rubber latex male condoms. The core function of any condom is to prevent STI transmission and unintended pregnancy, and used correctly, EXS condoms do both.
The latex lines are made from natural rubber latex with what EXS calls Elastomed technology, which is designed to make the material both thinner and more resilient than standard latex. All products come with usage instructions, and followed properly, EXS condoms are as safe as any CE-marked condom on the market.
If you or your partner has a latex allergy, EXS does make non-latex options, covered below. Latex allergy is the one situation where the material genuinely matters rather than being a matter of preference.
Are EXS Condoms Good Quality?
EXS's quality claim rests on Elastomed technology, a latex formulation that allows condoms to be made thinner while maintaining tensile strength. The Air Thin range, at approximately 0.045mm, is among the thinnest latex condoms made in the UK. Standard EXS Regular condoms measure around 0.063mm, still comfortably thin compared with most conventional latex condoms.
The soft texture of the latex comes up consistently in user feedback. It suits people with sensitive skin better than some firmer latex products, and the anatomical shape, tapered at the base and more open at the tip, is designed to reduce the sense of restriction that some people dislike about standard condoms.
Every unit is electronically tested before packaging. That triple-testing process is the same standard applied to NHS-contracted stock.
The EXS Range: Which Condom for What?
EXS makes a wide range of condoms. Here is a plain breakdown of the main lines from our EXS collection.
Air Thin and Nano Thin
The flagship EXS products for people who prioritise sensation. Both measure approximately 0.045mm, roughly 28% thinner than the standard EXS Regular. The Air Thin is the core product and the Nano Thin is designed to be slightly more form-fitting. If you want a thinner condom without moving away from latex, these are the place to start. Our ultra-thin condoms range lets you compare them against other brands.
Non-Latex: the EXS Pull Range
This is the part of the range most people miss. EXS Pull condoms are non-latex and ultra-thin at approximately 0.01mm, which is thinner than most latex "thin" condoms at 0.025mm to 0.05mm. They have a 55mm nominal width and integrated pull straps designed to make them quicker and more secure to roll on. A large-size version is made at 60mm nominal width and 190mm length.
There is also an EXS Internal Non-Latex condom, made from AT10 synthetic resin at approximately 0.008mm. It is vegan-friendly, described by the manufacturer as around three times stronger than latex, and can be inserted up to eight hours before sex. Our non-latex condoms collection has the full set.
Magnum and Grande Extra Large
EXS Magnum condoms are made to a nominal width of 60mm, intended for people who find standard condoms too tight or too short, and EXS Grande covers the same ground. A condom that does not fit properly is more likely to slip or break, so size matters more than most people realise. See our guide to condom sizing if you are not sure where you fall, or browse the large condoms collection.
Delay Condoms
EXS Delay Endurance condoms have a lidocaine coating on the inside that mildly desensitises the penis, helping to extend the time before ejaculation. Lidocaine is the same local anaesthetic used in delay sprays, and in a condom the effect is gentler and more gradual. They are not for everyone, but they are a useful option for people who want to address premature ejaculation without adding another product. The delay condoms collection has the alternatives.
Flavoured Condoms
EXS produces flavoured condoms in several variants, designed primarily for oral sex. The flavouring is added to the outer lubricant and masks the latex taste. As with all flavoured condoms, they are best used for oral sex rather than vaginal or anal sex, as the flavouring agents can irritate vaginal tissue. Our flavoured condoms collection has EXS alongside other options.
Ribbed and Dotted
EXS ribbed and dotted condoms add textured stimulation for the receiving partner. The ribs and dots are moulded into the latex rather than applied separately, so they do not affect the condom's structural integrity. These are standard condoms with added texture, and the safety profile is the same as the Regular.
Regular and Snug Fit
The EXS Regular is a solid everyday condom at 52mm nominal width, approximately 0.063mm thick, with an anatomical shape. The Snug Fit is 49mm nominal width, for people who find standard condoms too loose. A properly fitting condom is both more comfortable and more reliable.
Are EXS Condoms Vegan?
Yes, and this is one of the clearer reasons to choose them. Most condoms use casein, a milk protein, as a processing agent during manufacture, which makes them unsuitable for vegans. EXS uses an animal-free alternative across the range.
The brand holds Vegan Society certification and PETA approval, so this is verified rather than a marketing claim. The non-latex Internal condom is vegan-friendly too, which is worth knowing because non-latex and vegan are not automatically the same thing. Our vegan condoms collection covers the full set.
Are EXS Condoms Affordable?
EXS is genuinely well-priced. A 12-pack of Air Thin condoms typically costs less than equivalent ultra-thin products from premium-tier brands, and larger packs bring the per-unit cost down considerably. A 144-pack of Air Thin works out at just over 17p per condom, which is hard to beat for a CE-marked, electronically tested product from a brand that supplies the NHS.
EXS consistently sits in the value-to-mid tier, comparable with Pasante and below the typical price point of Durex or SKYN.
EXS Compared With Other Brands
EXS is broadly similar in safety and quality to other CE-marked UK condom brands. Where it differs:
- Durex: EXS is typically cheaper per unit. EXS is vegan across the range; most standard Durex lines are not. Durex has a wider spread of speciality products.
- Pasante: Both are UK-made, CE-marked, NHS-supplied brands with broadly comparable ranges. Pasante has a longer-established non-latex presence, while EXS leads on ultra-thin latex.
- SKYN: SKYN's polyisoprene condoms are a common recommendation for latex allergy. EXS answers that with the non-latex Pull range, which is thinner at approximately 0.01mm, though polyisoprene and the EXS synthetic material feel different from one another.
Browse the full condoms range to compare options across brands.
What Else Does EXS Make?
EXS produces lubricants, dental dams and accessories alongside the condom range. The dams come in scented latex and unscented non-latex versions, both designed for oral sex, and the same quality standards apply. The lubricants cover standard water-based and flavoured options, and there is a delay gel for people who want the desensitising effect without a coated condom.
LTC Healthcare also manufactures private-label condoms for other brands, so there is a reasonable chance you have already used an EXS-manufactured product under a different name.
How to Use EXS Condoms Correctly
A condom is only as reliable as how it is used. A few things worth getting right:
- Check the expiry date before use. Latex degrades over time and an old condom is more likely to fail
- Open the wrapper carefully at the marked edge. Do not use teeth or scissors, which can nick the material
- Squeeze the air from the tip before rolling the condom down. Air trapped in the tip can cause it to break
- Apply the condom before any genital contact, not partway through
- After sex, hold the base of the condom when withdrawing, and do this while the penis is still erect. Waiting until it softens increases the chance of slipping
- Wrap and bin used condoms. Do not flush them
If you are switching from oral sex to vaginal or anal sex, or between partners, change to a fresh condom each time. For related guidance see our article on safe anal sex.
Verdict
EXS is a well-made, fairly-priced British condom that does exactly what a condom should do. The safety credentials are solid: CE marked, triple-tested, ISO-compliant and NHS-supplied. The Elastomed technology delivers on its promise of a thinner, more sensitive product without compromising strength.
The range is also broader than the brand gets credit for. Snug fit through to extra large, ultra-thin latex, a genuinely thin non-latex option, delay, flavoured and internal condoms. For most people looking for a reliable everyday condom at a sensible price, EXS deserves to be on the shortlist, with the Air Thin and Nano Thin for sensation, the Magnum or Grande if size is a consideration, and the Pull range if latex is a problem.
Shop the full EXS range at Condoms.uk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are EXS condoms good?
Yes. They are CE marked, electronically tested three times per unit, and made by LTC Healthcare, which supplies NHS sexual health clinics. The latex is soft and the anatomical shape is comfortable, and the ultra-thin Air Thin line is among the thinnest latex condoms made in the UK. For the price, the quality is comparable with brands that cost noticeably more.
Are EXS condoms safe?
Yes. Every EXS condom carries the CE mark and meets or exceeds ISO 4074, the international standard for latex condoms. Each unit is electronically tested three times before packaging to catch pinholes and weak spots. Used correctly, they protect against both pregnancy and STIs to the same standard as any other CE-marked condom on the market.
Are EXS condoms vegan?
Yes, the whole range is. Most condoms use casein, a milk protein, during manufacturing, which rules them out for vegans. EXS uses an animal-free alternative instead. The brand holds Vegan Society certification and PETA approval, so it is verified rather than a marketing claim. You can see the wider selection in our vegan condoms collection.
Do EXS make latex-free condoms?
Yes. The EXS Pull range is non-latex and ultra-thin at around 0.01mm, with a large-size version at 60mm nominal width. There is also an EXS Internal Non-Latex condom made from AT10 synthetic resin, and non-latex dental dams. If latex is a problem for you or your partner, our non-latex condoms collection has the full range.
How do EXS condoms compare with Durex?
Both are CE marked and both do the same job safely. EXS is usually cheaper per unit and the entire range is vegan, where most standard Durex lines are not. Durex has a wider spread of speciality products. On thinness the EXS Air Thin competes directly with the premium thin options, so the main difference comes down to price and vegan status.
Are EXS Air Thin condoms any good?
They are the strongest product in the range for sensation. At approximately 0.045mm they are roughly 28% thinner than the standard EXS Regular and among the thinnest latex condoms made in the UK. They are still electronically tested three times and CE marked, so the extra thinness does not come at the cost of the safety standard.
What are EXS delay condoms and do they work?
EXS Delay Endurance condoms have a lidocaine coating on the inside, the same local anaesthetic used in delay sprays. It mildly desensitises the penis to extend the time before ejaculation. In a condom the effect is gentler and more gradual than a spray. They suit people wanting to address premature ejaculation without adding a separate product, though they will not suit everyone.
Are EXS condoms reliable?
Yes. The triple electronic testing regime is the same process applied to stock supplied to NHS sexual health clinics, and the brand holds ISO 9001 quality management certification. Reliability depends as much on fit and use as on the condom itself, so getting the right size matters. Our guide to condom sizing will help you work that out.
Who makes EXS condoms?
LTC Healthcare, a British manufacturer in sexual health since 1993. As well as the EXS consumer brand, it supplies NHS sexual health clinics and manufactures private-label condoms for other brands, so you may have used an EXS-made product under a different name. The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification alongside Vegan Society and PETA approval.
Medical disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For personal guidance on contraception or sexual health, speak to a healthcare professional or visit NHS.uk.
